Baked Seafood Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Baked Seafood Stuffed Shells Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 lrg pasta shells; 2 c. imitation crabmeat flaked; 2 c. part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley; 1/4 tsp freshly grnd black pepper FOR THE SAUCE:; 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 x Cloves garlic chopped; 15 ounce crushed tomatoes; 1/2 tsp dry oregano; 1/8 tsp crushed warm red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

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1 Preheat oven to 375F.
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Cook pasta according to package directions, but don't add in salt.
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Drain in a colander.
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2 While pasta is cooking, prepare sauce.
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In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
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Add in garlic.
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Cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
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Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
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Cover; simmer till sauce thickens, about 15 min.
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3 In a medium bowl, combine crabmeat, ricotta, parsley, and black pepper.
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Mix well.
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4 Spoon crabmeat mix proportionately into each shell.
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Place in a large baking dish.
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Pour sauce over shells.
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Bake till heated through, about 15 min.
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Divide shells among individual serving plates.
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Serve immediately.
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NOTES : I made this for dinner tonight.
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It was very good and the crabmeat was not overpowering.
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Enjoy!

2543

kcal

Calories

Fat

469

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 lrg pasta shells, 2 c. imitation crabmeat flaked, 2 c. part-skim ricotta cheese, 1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Baked Seafood Stuffed Shells Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!